African winged-bean

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The African winged-bean (Psophocarpus palustris) is a species in the genus Psophocarpus. Typically found in diverse terrestrial habitats from tropical forests to temperate regions.

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in diverse terrestrial habitats from tropical forests to temperate regions.

Distributed across Guinea, Madagascar, and Taiwan.

🇹🇼 Taiwan 🇬🇳 Guinea 🇲🇬 Madagascar

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (bitki)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)

Class

Magnoliopsida (Dicots)

Order

Fabales (Legumes & Allies)

Family

Fabaceae

Genus

Psophocarpus

Species

Psophocarpus palustris (African winged-bean)

Similar Species in Psophocarpus

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Goa-bean

Psophocarpus tetragonolobus

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of African winged-bean?

The scientific name of African winged-bean is Psophocarpus palustris. It belongs to the genus Psophocarpus.

Where does African winged-bean live?

African winged-bean is found in Distributed across Guinea, Madagascar, and Taiwan.. Countries include Guinea, Madagascar, Taiwan.

What family does African winged-bean belong to?

African winged-bean (Psophocarpus palustris) belongs to the genus Psophocarpus, which is part of the taxonomic family Fabaceae.

What kingdom does African winged-bean belong to?

African winged-bean (Psophocarpus palustris) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (bitki).

What are the closest relatives of African winged-bean?

The closest relatives of African winged-bean in the genus Psophocarpus include Goa-bean.